Samsung Syncmaster 214t Quick Start Guide

							 
 
Before calling for service, check the information in this section to see\
 if you can remedy any 
problems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call the phone number on the 
Information section or contact your dealer.
 
 
SymptomCheck ListSolutions
No images on the 
screen. I cannot turn 
on the monitor.Is the power cord 
connected properly?Check the power cord connection 
and supply.
Can you see Check 
Signal Cable  on the 
screen? (When connecting D-sub cable)  
Check the signal cable connection. 
(When connecting DVI cabel)  
If you still see an error message on 
the screen when the monitor is 
connected properly, check to see if 
the monitor status is set to analog.  
Press Source button to have the 
monitor double-check the input 
signal source.
If the power is on, 
reboot the computer to 
see the initial screen
(the login screen), 
which can be seen. If the initial screen (the login screen) 
appears, boot the computer in the 
applicable mode (the safe mode for 
Windows ME/XP/2000) and then 
change the frequency of the video 
card. 
(Refer to the  Preset Timing Modes ) 
Note: If the initial screen (the login 
screen) does not appear,  contact a 
service center or your dealer .  
Can you see Not 
Optimum Mode, 
Recommended 
mode : 1600 X 1200 
60Hz  on the screen? You can see this message when the 
signal from the video card exceeds 
the maximum resolution and 
frequency that the monitor can 
properly handle.  
 
Adjust the maximum resolution and 
frequency that the monitor can 
handle properly.  
 
If the display exceeds UXGA or 
75Hz (In case of UXGA, 60Hz), a 
Not Optimum Mode, 
Recommended mode : 1600 X 
1200 60Hz  message is displayed. 
 
						

							If the display exceeds 85Hz, the 
display will work properly but the 
Not Optimum Mode, 
Recommended mode : 1600 X 
1200 60Hz message appears for 
one minute and then disappears.  
Please change to the recommended 
mode during this one-minute period. 
 
(The message is displayed again if 
the system is rebooted.) 
There is no image on 
the screen.  
Is the power indicator 
on the monitor blinking 
at 1 second intervals?The monitor is in PowerSaver mode. 
 
Press any key on the keyboard to 
activate the monitor and restore the 
image on the screen.  
 
If there is still no image, press the [
] (Enter/ Source) button.  
Then press any key on the keyboard 
again to activate the monitor and 
restore the image on the screen.
Is the monitor 
connected using the 
DVI cable?You may get a blank screen if you 
boot the system before you connect 
the DVI cable, or disconnect and 
then reconnect the DVI cable while 
the system is running as certain 
types of graphic cards do not send 
out video signals. 
Connect the DVI cable and then 
reboot the system.
I cannot see the On 
Screen Display.Have you locked the On 
Screen Display (OSD) 
Menu to prevent 
changes?Unlock the OSD by pressing the 
MENU button for at least 5 seconds.
The screen shows 
strange colors or just 
black and white.Is the screen displaying 
only one color as if 
looking at the screen 
through a cellophane 
paper? Check the signal cable connection. 
Make sure the video card is fully 
inserted in its slot.
Have the screen colors 
become strange after 
running a program or 
due to a crash between 
applications?Reboot the computer.
Has the video card 
been set properly?Set the video card by referring to the 
video card manual. 
The screen suddenly 
has become 
unbalanced.Have you changed the 
video card or the 
driver?Adjust screen image position and 
size using the OSD.
Have you adjusted the 
resolution or frequency 
on the monitor?Adjust the resolution and frequency 
of the video card.  
(Refer to the  Preset Timing Modes ).
The screen can be unbalanced due to the cycle of the video card signals.\
 
Readjust Position by referring to the OSD.
The screen is out of 
focus or OSD cannot 
be adjusted.Have you adjusted the 
resolution or frequency 
on the monitor?Adjust the resolution and frequency 
of the video card.  
(Refer to the Preset Timing Modes ).
LED is blinking but no 
images on the screen.Is the frequency 
properly adjusted when 
checking the Display 
Timing on the menu?Adjust the frequency properly by 
referring to the video card manual 
and the Preset Timing Modes .  
(The maximum frequency per 
 
						

							 
resolution may differ from product to 
product.) 
There are only 16 
colors shown on the 
screen. 
The screen colors 
have changed after 
changing the video 
card.Have the Windows 
colors been set 
properly? Windows ME/2000/XP: 
Set the colors properly at the 
Control Panel →
 Display  →
 
Settings . 
Has the video card 
been set properly?Set the video card by referring to the 
video card manual. 
There is a message 
that reads 
Unrecognized 
monitor, Plug & Play 
(VESA DDC) monitor 
found. Have you installed the 
monitor driver?Install the monitor driver according 
to the Driver Installation Instructions .
See the video card 
manual to see if the 
Plug & Play (VESA 
DDC) function can be 
supported. Install the monitor driver according 
to the Driver Installation Instructions .
Check when 
MagicTune does not 
function properly. MagicTune feature is 
found only on PC (VGA) 
with Window OS that 
supports Plug and Play.* To check whether your PC is 
available for MagicTune feature, 
follow the  
  steps below (When Windows is 
XP);  
 
Control Panel -> Performance and 
Maintenance -> System -> 
Hardware -> Device Manager -> 
Monitors -> After deleting Plug and 
Play monitor, find Plug and Play 
monitor by searching new 
Hardware. 
MagicTune is an additional software 
for the monitor. Some graphic cards 
may not support your monitor. When 
you have a problem with the graphic 
card, visit our website to check the 
compatible graphic card list 
provided. 
http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune
MagicTune™ doesnt 
work properly.Have you changed your 
PC or video graphic 
card?Download the latest program. The 
program can be downloaded 
http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune .
Visit our website and download the installation software for MagicTune M\
AC.
 
 
 
 Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor.  
1. Check if the power cord and the video cables are properly connected to t\
he computer.  
2. Check if the computer beeps more than 3 times when booting.  (If it does, request an after-service for the main board of the compute\
r.)  
3. If you installed a new video card or if you assembled the PC, check if t\
he installed the adapter (video) driver and the monitor driver.  
4. Check if the scanning ratio of the video screen is set at 56Hz ~ 75Hz.  \
(Do not exceed 60Hz when using the maximum resolution.)  
5. If you have problems in installing the adapter (video) driver, boot th\
e computer in Safe Mode,  remove the Display Adapter at the  Control Panel→System →Device Administrator  and then 
reboot the computer to reinstall the adapter (video) driver.  
 
 If problems repeatedly occur,  contact an authorized service center .
 
 
						

							 
QuestionAnswer 
How can I change the 
frequency?Frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card.  
 
Note that video card support can vary, depending on the version 
of the driver used. (Refer to the computer or the video card 
manual for details.) 
How can I adjust the resolution?Windows ME/XP/2000 : Set the resolution at the Control 
Panel→
Display →
Settings.  
 
* Contact the video card manufacturer for details.
How can I set the Power Saving 
function?Windows ME/XP/2000 : Set the function at BIOS-SETUP of the 
computer or the screen saver. (Refer to Windows/Computer 
Manual).  
How can I clean the outer 
case/LCD Panel?Disconnect the power cord and then clean the monitor with a soft 
cloth, using either a cleaning solution or plain water.  
 
Do not leave any remains of the detergent nor scratch the case. 
Do not allow any water to go inside the monitor. 
 
 
 Self-Test Feature Check  
Self-Test Feature Check   |  Warning Messages   |  Environment   |  Useful Tips
 
Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check wheth\
er your monitor is 
functioning properly.  
 
 
1. 
   Self-Test Feature Check 
 
1. Turn off both your computer and the monitor.  
2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer.  
3. Turn on the monitor.   If the monitor is functioning properly, you will see a box in the illust\
ration below.  
 
 
 
This box appears during normal operation if the video cable becomes disc\
onnected or 
damaged. 
 
4. Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both y\
our computer and the 
monitor.  
If your monitor screen remains blank after using the previous procedure,\
 check your video 
controller and computer system; your monitor is functioning properly. 
2.  
  Warning Messages  
 
If there is something wrong with the input  signal, a message appears on the screen or the 
screen goes blank although the power indicator LED is still on. The mess\
age may indicate 
that the monitor is out of scan range or that you need to check the sign\
al cable. 
 
 Q & A  
 
						

							3.  
  Environment  
 
The location and the position of the monitor may influence the quality a\
nd other 
features of the monitor. 
1. If there are any sub woofer speakers near the monitor, unplug and reloca\
te the woofer  to another room.  
2. Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephone\
s that are 
within 3 feet (one meter) of the monitor.  
4.   
  Useful Tips 
 
!A monitor recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore\
, if there is trouble with 
the computer or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become bla\
nk, have poor coloring, 
noise, video mode not supported, etc. In this case, first check the sour\
ce of the problem, and 
then contact the Service Center or your dealer.  
 
!Judging the monitors working condition 
 
If there is no image on the screen or a  Not Optimum Mode,Recommended Mode : 1600 X 
1200 60Hz
 message comes up, disconnect the cable from the computer while the moni\
tor is still 
powered on. 
If there is a message coming up on the screen or if the screen goes whit\
e, this means the 
monitor is in working condition.  
In this case, check the computer for trouble.  
 
						

							 
 
 General  
General
Model NameSyncMaster 214T
LCD Panel
Size21.3 Diagonal
Display area432mm (H) x 324mm (V)
Pixel Pitch0.270mm (H) x 0.270mm (V)
Typea-si TFT/SPVA
Synchronization
Horizontal30 ~ 81kHz
Vertical56 ~ 75Hz
Display Color
16.7M Colors 
Resolution
Optimum resolution1600 x 1200@60Hz
Maximum resolution1600 x 1200@60Hz (Analog) 
1600 x 1200@60Hz (Digital)
Input Signal, Terminated
Analog RGB, DVI Compliant Digital RGB, CVBS, S-Video 
Composite Sync,SOG, 0.7Vp-p Positive at 75O 
Separate H/V sync,TTL level positive or negative
Video 
Video formatCVBS , S-Video
Maximum Pixel Clock
162 MHz (Analog/Digital) 
Power Supply
AC 100 ~ 240 VAC(±10%), 60/50 Hz ± 3Hz
Signal Cable
 
						

							15pin-to-15pin D-sub cable, detachable, 1.8m 
DVI-D to DVI-D connector, detachable, 2.0m 
Power Consumption
Less than 63W(Analog/Digital) 
Dimensions (WxDxH)/ Weight 
469.0 x 228.5 x 466.2mm (18.5 x 9.0 x 18.4inc h) / 8.8kg (state of stand installed) 
VESA Mounting Interface
100mm x 100mm (for use with Specialty(Arm) Mounting hardware.)
Environmental considerations
OperatingTemperature: 32°F ~ 122°F (10°C ~ 50°C)  
Humidity: 10% ~ 90%, non-condensing
StorageTemperature: -4°F ~ 149°F (-20°C ~ 65°C)  
Humidity: 5% ~ 90%, non-condensing
Plug and Play Capability
This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play  compatible system. Interaction of the monitor and 
computer systems will provide th e best operating conditions and monitor settings. In most cases, 
monitor installation will proceed au tomatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings.
Dot Acceptable
TFT LCD panel manufactured by using advanced semico nductor technology with precision of 1ppm
(one millionth) above is used for this product.  But the pixels of RED, GREEN, BLUE and WHITE 
color seem to be bright sometimes or some of bl ack pixels could be seen. This is not from bad 
quality and you can use it without uneasiness. 
zFor example, the number of TFT LCD sub pixels  that is contained in this product are 5,760,000  
Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
 
 
 
 PowerSaver   
This monitor has a built-in power management system  called PowerSaver. This system saves energy 
by switching your monitor into a low-power mode wh en it has not been used for a certain amount of 
time. The monitor automatically returns to normal  operation when you press a key on the keyboard. For 
energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when  it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for 
long periods. The PowerSaver system operates with  a VESA DPMS compliant video card installed in 
your computer. Use a software  utility installed on your computer to set up this feature. 
 
State  Normal Operation  Power saving mode 
EPA/ENERGY 2000  Power off 
(Power S/W off )   
Power IndicatorGreenGreen, BlinkingBlack
Power ConsumptionAnalog/Digital 
Less than 63WAnalog/Digital  Less than 2W   (Off-mode)
Less than 0W 
 
This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR® compliant and ENERGY2000 
compliant when used with a co mputer equipped with VESA DPMS 
functionality. 
As an ENERGY STAR
® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this 
product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
 
 
 
						

							  
 
 
 
 
Preset Timing Modes  
If the signal transferred from the computer is the  same as the following Preset Timing Modes, the 
screen will be adjusted automatically. However, if  the signal differs, the screen may go blank while 
the power LED is on. Refer to the video ca rd manual and adjust the screen as follows.  
 
Table 1. Preset Timing Modes 
Display Mode
Horizontal 
Frequency  (kHz)Vertical 
Frequency  (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity  (H/V)
IBM, 640 x 350 31.469 70.086 25.175 +/-
IBM, 720 x 40031.46970.08728.322-/+
IBM, 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.175 -/-
VESA, 640 x 48037.86172.80931.500-/-
VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 75.000 31.500 -/-
MAC, 640 x 48035.00066.66730.240-/-
MAC, 832 x 624 49.726 74.551 57.284 -/-
VESA, 800 x 60035.15656.25036.000+/-, +/-
VESA, 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 40.000 +/+
VESA, 800 x 60048.07772.18850.000+/+
VESA, 800 x 600 46.875 75.000 49.500 +/+
VESA, 1024 x 76848.36360.00465.000-/-
VESA,1024 x 768 56.476 70.069 75.000 -/-
VESA, 1024 x 76860.02375.02978.700+/+
VESA, 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.020 108.00 +/+
VESA, 1280 x 102479.97675.025135.00+/+
VESA, 1600 x 1200 75.000 60.000 162.00 +/+
Horizontal Frequency
The time to scan one line connec ting the right edge to the left 
edge of the screen horizontally is  called Horizontal Cycle and the 
inverse number of the Horizontal Cycle is called Horizontal 
Frequency. Unit: kHz  
 
Vertical Frequency
Like a fluorescent lamp, the scr een has to repeat the same image 
many times per second to display an image to the user. The 
frequency of this repetition is called Vertical Frequency or 
Refresh Rate. Unit: Hz 
 
						

							 
 
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